Events
Webinar Replay: Ethical Gaffes for New Lawyers
Navigating the ethical rules of professional conduct can be a challenge, especially for new attorneys. Join David Majchrzak for a quick review of ten common ethical mistakes made by attorneys and what you can do to avoid them.Â
Careers in Public Law Panel at the University of San Francisco School of Law
USF School of Law 2199 Fulton St., San Francisco, CAThis panel discussion is free, open to law students from any school, and a complimentary lunch is provided. Join us at the University of San Francisco School of Law on Monday, January 13, 2020, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., for a discussion about exciting and rewarding careers as public sector attorneys.
Webinar: An Exploration of the Oracle v Google Software Copyright Litigation
On November 15, 2019, the US Supreme Court agreed to hear the final appeal of Oracle v. Google, with dramatic global implications for interoperability, innovation, and competition. The culmination of over nine years of furiously fought litigation between two technology titans, this case concerns nothing less than the scope of copyright protection for software and the freedom to interoperate.
Webinar: Mediation as an Effective Tool in Resolving IP Disputes
Nowhere are mediation skills more important than in resolving intellectual property disputes. This program will examine how mediators adapt the process to fit the situation presented by individual cases and how counsel for the parties can be most effective in using the process to achieve positive results for their clients. The focus will be on how resolution through mediation is often quite appropriates for intellectual property cases, especially those where non-monetary and/or relationship issues predominate.
Webinar Replay: Practical Ethics – Spotting Conflicts and Privilege Issues in Practice
This program will offer practical advice on how to spot, address and avoid conflicts of interest in your legal practice. Learn about business deals with clients, and how to address tricky problems associated with pilfered documents and claims of privilege.
Webinar: Senator Steinberg’s Environmental Legacy: The True Impact
Former Senator Steinberg championed several Seminole environmental bills ranging from the Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32), CEQA Reform (SB 743), and Sustainable Communities legislation (SB 375). Senator Steinberg will share his vision for these laws and his thoughts on the outcome assessing the ultimate policy performance.
Webinar Replay: Mitigate the Impact of Unconscious Biases
Bias resides in 99% of how we unconsciously process information in any given moment. Most of the time, it serves us very well. Understanding when it doesn’t is key to improving our decisions, relationships and organizations.
Webinar: Trademark Revolutions in Malaysia and Myanmar
In this program, Geetha Kandiah—an accomplished international IP attorney whose contributions to the field have been recognized by Managing IP publications and World Trademark Review —will guide practitioners through some of the exciting trademark law updates in Malaysia and Myanmar.  Among the key changes —Malaysia’s recent accession to the Madrid Protocol will ease filing requirements and streamline fees, and the new Act also provides for recognition of non-traditional marks, vulnerability to non-use revocation, and the recognition of privilege for communications with registered trademark agents.
Webinar: Ethical Issues in Criminal Discovery
This webinar will go over an analysis of the ethical issues resulting from the criminal discovery statutes and case law mandating discovery. These issues will include those faced by both prosecutors and defense counsel, and will be discussed from the perspective of a Superior Court Judge and practicing attorneys.
3rd Annual Law + Tech Summit 2020
Join us for this one-day, knowledge-packed summit to learn from technology experts, network with industry peers, and obtain MCLE credit while gaining invaluable insight to the latest legal technology trends, tools, and topics.
We are committed to accessibility! Virtual events are equipped with closed captioning. To request an in-person accommodation, send us a note at accessibility@calawyers.org or contact us at 916-516-1760 for assistance.